Current Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Mountain City, Tennessee
Wayne Shepherd
Jan 23, 2026
Wayne Edward Shepherd, age 78, of Shady Valley, went to be with the Lord on January 23, 2026, at home, surrounded by his family. Wayne was born August 25, 1947, in Addison, Ohio to the late Polly Wallace Shepherd. Wayne was deeply loved by his family and cherished by all who knew him.
Wayne was preceded in death by his mother...
Hannah Phipps
Jan 19, 2026
Hannah Marie Phipps, age 28, passed away unexpectedly January 19, 2026. Hannah was born February 11, 1997 to Junie Leonard and Rudy Phipps. She was preceded in death by her great grandmother, Sue Maze; grandfather, Steve Phipps; aunts, Vicki Maze, Misty Bright and cousins, Wes Hamby and Christopher Maze.
A devoted mother, Hannah's pride and joy were her beloved children. Hannah...
Buddy "Bud" Campbell
Jan 16, 2026
Buddy “Bud” Campbell, age 43, of Shady Valley, TN went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly on Friday, January 16, 2026 at his home. Buddy was born in Boone, NC to Jerry and Pat Erickson Campbell on June 15, 1982. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Bud & Ruth Campbell, John & Gladys Erickson, aunt, Debbie Erickson,...
Gerald Greene
Jan 14, 2026
“The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him.” Proverbs 20:7
Gerald G. Greene, 79, of Ash Branch Rd., Vilas NC. completed his journey here on earth and stepped, from the comforts of his earthly home, peacefully into the everlasting arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Wednesday. January 14, 2026.
Gerald was born on September...
Anne Kyte
Jan 11, 2026
Anne Kyte, age 77, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026 at Johnson City Medical Center. She was born January 15, 1948 to the late John and Ana Helen Dineen. In addition to her parents, Anne was preceded in death by her husband, James Kyte, Sr.; children, Jimmy Kyte and Theresa Smith; grandson, Justin Kyte; sister, Mary Wolfley (Jake) of Lavern,...
Diana Dunn
Jan 10, 2026
Diana Lynn Dunn (Wood), age 60, born May 22, 1965, daughter of Mary Lois Wood and the late Albert David Wood, passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026.
Diana was born in Abingdon, VA. She loved her girls and grandkids more than anything, and loved being a mom and Gaga.
She is survived by her loving mother, Lois Wood; daughters, Tiffani Dunn and...
Darlene Atwood
Jan 10, 2026
Darlene Musick Atwood, 84, passed away peacefully at her home early Saturday morning, January 10, 2026, after a long illness. She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Joe Atwood, daughter Valerie Flint (Bryan), daughter in law Lisa Atwood, sons Michael Atwood and Austin Atwood (Shana). Grandchildren Ricky Shaw, Courtney Warwick (Drew), Joe Atwood (Whitney), Jesse Atwood, Geena...
Eddy Phillips
Jan 8, 2026
Dale Edward “Eddy” Phillips, age 53, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at his residence. Eddy was the son of Dale and Louise Phillips of Mountain City, TN. He was preceded in death by his brother, Travis Phillips and his grandparents, Paul and Bertha Phillips and Herman and Edna Arnold. Eddy was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church.
Those...
Mary Shore
Jan 7, 2026
Mary Shore, age 98, passed away January 7, 2026. Mary was born May 13, 1927 to the late C.W. and Minnie Powell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Shore; sister, Irene Wilson; brother, Homer Powell and son-in-law, Charlie Bowman.
Mary loved being at home and enjoyed taking care of it. She was known...
Debbie Roark
Jan 4, 2026
Debbie Roark, age 70, passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026 at her home with her husband by her side. She was born April 20, 1955 to the late John and Shirley Shelton. In addition to her parents, Debbie was preceded in death by her sister, Kimberly Shelton; brothers, Johnny Shelton and Ricky Shelton; and her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Ralph and...
Kevin Hicks
Jan 3, 2026
Kevin Ray Hicks, age 35, passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026. He was born December 27, 1990 to Audrey Schneider and the late Ricky Hicks.
Kevin was known for being a hardworking and selfless person, helping anyone at the drop of a hat without question. He was a loving partner, father, brother, uncle, and friend. He was very family oriented and...
Mary Ellen Greer
Jan 2, 2026
February 13, 1927-January 2, 2026
Mary Ellen (Moody) Greer entered into eternal rest on January 2, 2026 at the age of 98 (soon to be 99).
She was a cherished mother, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt. Mary Ellen was a native of Johnson County, TN and moved to Carter County, TN when her health started failing to be closer to her daughter...
Gale Barber
Dec 30, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gale “Big Momma” Eifert Barber on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. Gale was born June 19, 1956 in Tarpon Springs to Wesley Eifert and Velma Barbour. Gale was a graduate of Tarpon Springs High School in Florida where she grew up. She spent most of her career working at a...
Johnny Blevins
Dec 29, 2025
Johnny Lee Blevins, age 51, passed away Monday, December 29, 2025 at his home. He was born June 18, 1974 to Sandra Guy Blevins and the late John D. Blevins.
Johnny loved the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, and working with his bees. He was known for being a good person with a big heart and was always helping his neighbors.
Those left...
Delmer Tedder
Dec 28, 2025
Delmer Tedder, age 96, of Bristol, TN and formerly of Mountain City, TN (Forge Creek Community) passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025 at Ballad Hospice House of Bristol, TN 3 days before his 97th birthday. Delmer was born in Mountain City, TN, Johnson County on December 31, 1928 to the late Joel A. Tedder and Ethel Jones Tedder. In addition...
Joan Williams
Dec 26, 2025
Joan Williams, age 74, of Mountain City, Tennessee passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025 at Johnston Memorial Hospital. She was born January 18, 1951 to the late John Williams and Ruby Gilbert Williams. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, David Williams.
Joan was a 1969 graduate of Holston High School, a 1975 graduate...
Ethel Dowell
Dec 25, 2025
Ethel Louise Beatty Dowell, 93, of Mountain City, TN, went home to be with our Lord on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at Mountain City Care & Rehabilitation Center.
Born in Athens, OH, on January 4, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Watson Beatty and Elsie McClain Beatty. Ethel met her late husband, John William Dowell, at a dance, and...
Philip "Phil" B. Winters
Dec 23, 2025
Philip “Phil” Blaine Winters, age 85, passed away Tuesday evening, December 23, 2025 at the James H. Quillen VA facility. He was born August 7, 1940 to the late Eugene and Rosalie Winters. In addition to his parents, Phil was preceded in death by his first wife, Helga Winters; his daughters, Rosalie South and Susan Lipford; great-grandson, Cameron Dishman; and...
Skylar Branson
Dec 17, 2025
Skylar Alexander Branson, age 28, passed away Tuesday, December 16, 2025 in Asheville, NC. He was born in Caldwell County on January 11, 1997. Skylar was preceded in death by his grandfather, Robert Branson; uncle, Bobby Branson; aunt, Darlene Blakely; and cousin, Jamie Branson.
Skylar was a loving person who was funny and fun to be around. He had a lot...
Henry Perdue
Dec 16, 2025
Today we gather with heavy hearts, but also with deep gratitude, to honor and remember a remarkable man, Henry Walker Perdue, of Shady Valley, TN — a loving family member, a successful small business owner, and someone whose hands and heart were equally gifted.
He was a builder in the truest sense of the word. With skill, patience, and pride, he...
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